| Property Inspection Report | |
| Client(s): | John Goodman & Janice Giddens |
| Property address: | 714 W.3rd. Ave. Albany, GA |
| Inspection date: | 5-9-2008 |
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Table of Contents
General Information
Grounds
Exterior / Foundation
Roof / Attic
Electric
Plumbing / Fuel Systems
Water Heater
Heating
Cooling / Heat Pump
Fireplaces / Stoves / Chimneys
Bathrooms / Laundry / Sinks
Kitchen
Interior Rooms / Areas
| General Information | Return to table of contents |
Some wall and floor surfaces were obscured by furniture and couldn't be fully evaluated.
Some wall and floor surfaces were obscured by furniture and couldn't be fully evaluated.
| Grounds | Return to table of contents |
Handrails at one or more flights of stairs were loose. This is a safety hazard. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary and as per standard building practices. at front door
Photo 1 FRONT
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Vegetation such as trees, shrubs and/or vines was in contact with or less than one foot from the building exterior. Vegetation can serve as a conduit for wood destroying insects and may retain moisture against the exterior after it rains. Vegetation should be pruned and/or removed as necessary to maintain a one foot clearance between it and the building exterior.
Trees were in contact with or were close to the building in one or more areas. Damage may result, especially during high winds. Vegetation can also act as a conduit for wood destroying insects. Vegetation should be pruned back and/or removed as necessary to prevent damage and infestation by wood destroying insects.
 Photo 15 TREES TOUCHING ROOF
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 Photo 16 TREES TOUCHING ROOF
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 Photo 19 TREES TOUCHING ROOF
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 Photo 21 TREES TOUCHING ROOF, CLEAN GUTTERS
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Some fence sections were obscured by vegetation and couldn't be fully evaluated.
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Rot or water damage was found at one or more sections of trim, window sills, fascia. A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary. All rotten wood should be replaced.
 Photo 7 SMALL HOLE ON WINDOW IN FRONT, NEEDS CAULKING
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Some sections of siding and/or trim were deteriorated. A qualified person should evaluate and repair, replace or install siding or trim as necessary.
 Photo 6 NEEDS CAULKING
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 Photo 8 CLEAN OFF ROOF OF DEBRIS, AND CAULK IN SOME PLACES
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 Photo 18 CLEAN VALLEYS OF DEBRIS
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Minor cracks or deterioration were found in one or more sections of brick veneer. A qualified contractor should evaluate and make repairs as necessary, such as repointing mortar to prevent water intrusion and further deterioration in the future.
 Photo 10 MINOR CRACK IN BRICK ALL AROUND
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 Photo 23 MINOR CRACKS
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Caulk was deteriorated in some areas. For example, around windows, around doors. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary. For more information, visit:
One or more minor cracks (1/8 inch or less) were found in the foundation. These don't appear to be a structural concern, but recommend sealing them to prevent water infiltration and monitoring them in the future. Numerous products exist to seal such cracks including hydraulic cement, resilient caulks and epoxy sealants.
Caulk was deteriorated in some areas. For example, around windows, around doors. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary. For more information, visit:
Some crawl space sections were not evaluated due to lack of access from the following conditions: height under 18 inches, ducts or pipes blocking.
 Photo 49 DUCTS NEED TO BE RE WRAPPED
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Some exterior wall sections were obscured by vegetation and couldn't be fully evaluated.
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Some "rubber boot" flashings were torn. Leaks may occur as a result. A qualified contractor should replace flashings where necessary.
 Photo 2 FLASHING IN NEED OF REPAIRS
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The ceiling insulation in some areas of the attic was uneven. This may result in increased heating or cooling costs due to decreased energy efficiency. A qualified person should repair, replace or install insulation as necessary. For more information, visit: Photo 47 INSULATION UNEVEN IN ATTIC
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The ceiling insulation in some areas of the attic was uneven. This may result in increased heating or cooling costs due to decreased energy efficiency. A qualified person should repair, replace or install insulation as necessary. For more information, visit:
No insulation or weatherstrip was installed at one or more attic access hatches. Recommend installing insulation and weatherstrip at hatches where missing for better energy efficiency. For more information, visit:
Debris had accumulated in one or more gutters. This is a conducive condition for wood destroying insects since gutters may overflow and cause water to come in contact with the building exterior or make water accumulate around the foundation. Gutters should be cleaned now and as necessary in the future.
Debris such as leaves, needles, seeds, etc. had accumulated on the roof. This is a conducive condition for wood destroying insects and organisms since water may not flow easily off the roof, and may enter gaps in the roof surface. Leaks may occur as a result. Debris should be cleaned from the roof now and as necessary in the future.
 Photo 12 CLEAN VALLEYS OF DEBRIS
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Because of the roof covering type, roof configuration, the inspector was unable to traverse the roof and wasn't able to fully evaluate the entire roof.
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The dead front to panel #A was installed so it was not flush with the surface of the panel box and disconnect devices. Gaps existed, resulting in exposed wiring. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary
 Photo 41 ELECTRICAL PANEL OUTSIDE
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Many open ground, three-pronged electric receptacles were found. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate and make repairs as necessary. For example, replacing receptacles or correcting wiring circuits.
One or more electric receptacles at the kitchen, bathroom(s) had no visible ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. Recommend having a qualified electrician evaluate to determine if GFCI protection exists, and if not, repair as necessary. For more information, visit:
One or more outdoor electric receptacles appeared to have no ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified electrician should evaluate to determine if GFCI protection exists, and if not, repairs should be made so that all outdoor receptacles within six feet six inches of ground level have GFCI protection. For example, install GFCI receptacles or circuit breaker(s) as needed.
Energized equipment was exposed at panel #B due to missing closure covers. This is a safety hazard due to the risk of shock. A qualified person should repair as necessary. This was in the apartment
Smoke detectors were missing from bedrooms, from hallways leading to bedrooms. Additional smoke detectors should be installed as necessary so a functioning one exists in each hallway leading to bedrooms, in each bedroom, and one each level of the building. For more information, visit http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/5077.html
The service drop wires were in contact with trees or vegetation. The utility company should prune or remove trees as necessary to prevent straining or abrading the service drop wires.
 Photo 9 TREES TOUCHING HOME
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| Plumbing / Fuel Systems | Return to table of contents |
| Water Heater | Return to table of contents |
The estimated useful life for most water heaters is 8 to 12 years. This water heater appears to be near this age and/or its useful lifespan and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.
| Heating | Return to table of contents |
Because of the age and/or condition of this furnace, recommend that a qualified heating and cooling technician inspect the heat exchanger and perform a Carbon Monoxide test when it's serviced.
The last service date of this system appeared to be more than one year ago, or the inspector was unable to determine the last service date. The client should ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than one year ago, a qualified heating and cooling contractor should inspect, clean, and service this system, and make repairs if necessary. For safety reasons, and because this system is fueled by gas or oil, this servicing should be performed annually in the future. For more information visit: http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PREREL/prhtml05/05017.html
Some of the insulation on distribution ducts in the crawl space was damaged, deteriorated. A qualified person should evaluate and replace or repair as necessary for better energy efficiency.
| Water Heater | Return to table of contents |
The estimated useful life for most water heaters is 8 to 12 years. This water heater appears to be near this age and/or its useful lifespan and may need replacing at any time. Recommend budgeting for a replacement in the near future.
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The cooling fins at the AC condenser were dirty. A qualified person should clean fins as necessary.
Most of the insulation on distribution ducts in the crawl space was deteriorated. A qualified person should evaluate and replace or repair as necessary for better energy efficiency.
The last service date of this system appeared to be more than one year ago, or the inspector was unable to determine the last service date. The client should ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than one year ago, a qualified contractor should service this system and make repairs if necessary. This servicing should be performed annually in the future.
| Heating | Return to table of contents |
Because of the age and/or condition of this furnace, recommend that a qualified heating and cooling technician inspect the heat exchanger and perform a Carbon Monoxide test when it's serviced.
The last service date of this system appeared to be more than one year ago, or the inspector was unable to determine the last service date. The client should ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than one year ago, a qualified heating and cooling contractor should inspect, clean, and service this system, and make repairs if necessary. For safety reasons, and because this system is fueled by gas or oil, this servicing should be performed annually in the future. For more information visit: http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PREREL/prhtml05/05017.html
 Photo 17 COVER OVER A/C UNIT NEED TO BE REPAIRED
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 Photo 35 DUSTY RETURN AIR VENT
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The last service date of this system appeared to be more than one year ago, or the inspector was unable to determine the last service date. The client should ask the property owner when it was last serviced. If unable to determine the last service date, or if this system was serviced more than one year ago, a qualified contractor should service this system and make repairs if necessary. This servicing should be performed annually in the future.
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The inspector found cracks at the fireplace at location #A. Recommend having a qualified contractor evaluate and repair as necessary.
 Photo 26 FIREPLACE FLOOR CRACKED
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The damper at location #A, B was inoperable. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary.
 Photo 27 DAMPER HANDLE WILL NO OPEN
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The chimney at location #A, B showed moderate evidence of . Chimney(s) may need bracing, or in some extreme cases, removal. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.
All solid fuel burning appliances (woodstoves and fireplaces, etc.) should be inspected annually by a qualified chimney service contractor, cleaned and repaired as necessary.
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Caulk was missing where counters met back splashes. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
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Minor deterioration or damage was found in the tiled shower enclosure, including broken, cracked tile. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair as necessary. Note that damage to the wall or other structures behind this tile may be found upon further evaluation, and additional repairs may be needed.
Leaking or dripping was found at the bathtub spout at location #A. A qualified plumber should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The shower diverter valve at location #A was defective. A significant amount of water came out of the bathtub spout when the shower was turned on. Water will be wasted as a result. A qualified plumber should evaluate and replace components or make repairs as necessary.
The bathroom with a shower at location #A didn't have an exhaust fan installed. Moisture accumulation will occur and may damage the structure. Even if the bathroom has a window that opens, it likely does not provide adequate ventilation, especially during cold weather when the window is closed. A qualified contractor should install exhaust fans as per standard building practices where missing in bathrooms with showers.
The window at location #A won't open. Ventilation may be inadequate as a result. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
The caulk between the tub and the floor, walls at location #A, B was deteriorated. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
| Kitchen | Return to table of contents |
Caulk was missing where counters met back splashes. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
 Photo 38 CAULK BACK SPLASH IN KITCHEN
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Rot or water damage was found at one or more exterior door jambs. A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary. All rotten wood should be replaced. This is at shop door
Some windows that were built to open wouldn't open. A qualified person should evaluate and repair as necessary.
The weatherstrip around one or more exterior doors was damaged, missing. A qualified person should repair or replace as necessary.
Thresholds at one or more exterior doors are damaged, deteriorated. A qualified person should repair, replace or install as necessary. front door
Some sections of flooring had minor deterioration or damage. For example, cracked tile. A qualified person should repair as necessary.
Minor cracks and/or holes were found in walls in one or more areas. They do not appear to be a structural concern, but the client may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons.
Minor cracks and/or holes were found in ceilings in one or more areas. They do not appear to be a structural concern, but the client may wish to repair these for aesthetic reasons.
Screens in some windows were missing, not installed.
